Accountability, collaboration, and encouragement are the pillars of the Hatch Creatives community. This month, I want to encourage you to check out some of our favorite local small businesses. These boss babes have braved the world of entrepreneurship and are kicking butt at it!
If you’re looking for handmade, one-of-a-kind items, this is your shop! Julie Likely is the hands behind Hands of Zeal and she’s been perfecting her craft over the past five years, making unique pieces like swimwear, accessories, and patterns. All items are made by Julie, upholding the quality standards that she has passionately grown into.
You may have seen her at one of our events snapping pictures. She’s our go-to gal when we want to capture the best moments in our events. Claudia has a unique eye, capturing the important moments in her client’s lives. She specializes in natural light photography, using the best settings in South Florida. Working with couples, families, and individuals, she makes sure to engage her clients and makes them feel loved, beautiful, and at ease in front of the camera.
I found this little gem thanks to a friend, and it has quickly become a favorite local spot. Amanda has created a friendly and inviting place for people to come together and enjoy a variety of delicious smoothies, acai bowls, and other goodies that are sure to make it hard to pick just one menu item.
Looking for hand lettered wall art, a unique and personalized wedding invite suite, or simply want to learn the basics of calligraphy? Make sure to check out our Hatch gal Denise at the Rose Creative. Specializing in brush calligraphy, Denise brings a creative and elegant touch to any invitation, sign, or wall decor. She’s also expanded her business in the last year to include Write Nites—calligraphy workshops perfect for birthday parties or a girls’ night out.
If you’re dairy and gluten free, there’s no need to deprive yourself of yummy baked goods, because we have the baker just for you! Through 5 Loaves BakeHouse, Bailee Cudmore’s mission is to not only satisfy people with nourishing food, but to satisfy their soul and spirit through authenticity and kindness. She specializes in vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free cakes, cookies, muffins, and other goods; meticulously crafting each food item to a high standard of taste and presentation.
Nina Pechonis discovered yoga as a way to manage anxiety and a health condition. This journey led her to gain over 300 hours in training as a yoga instructor. Knowing firsthand how effective this form of exercise has been to her life, she hopes to bring that same mental and physical healing to her clients through yoga classes, private sessions, and paddle board yoga.
Cookies are a girl’s best friend! And these cookies are so beautiful, you almost don’t want to eat them. Heather specializes in one-of-a-kind cookies, customized to meet any occasion. We loved collaborating with her on our very own Hatch cookies.
Supporting small businesses is key to the success and growth of women in the business world. We are proud and honored to support these entrepreneurial women in our community. Now go check out their business and cheer them on!
Brendy Garcia is a native Floridian with Caribbean roots. She enjoys talking about all things movies, pop culture, and female empowerment! Museums are her natural habitat and podcasts are her spirit animal.